Controls Engineer - Level 3

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our automation team, providing technical leadership, mentorship, and hands‑on design of advanced machine control systems. This role combines project ownership, team leadership, and direct customer engagement to deliver safe, high-quality automated equipment.

Manage time efficiently and continually improve personal work performance

Prioritize and coordinate competing project demands to meet milestones and deadlines

Promote and apply safety‑conscious design and build processes

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget

Maintain a positive, professional attitude toward team members and customers

Communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers regarding project progress and potential issues

Assign tasks to team members and ensure project milestones are met

Develop bills of material (BOMs) and provide technical project guidance and support

Design, implement, and install machine controls and interfaces for automated equipment, including:

• Safety systems
• PLCs and HMIs
• MES systems
• PC‑based logic

Lead controls package design for medium and large machines, ensuring packages are safe, accurate, and meet project scope

Design electrical and pneumatic schematics

Interpret mechanical design drawings to define electrical requirements

Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues

Mentor team members to continually raise departmental expertise

Lead the controls team during customer site visits, including installation, startup, and training

Travel to customer sites as required

Perform other duties as assigned to support project and business needs

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field

5+ years of engineering experience designing or troubleshooting automated equipment

Intermediate proficiency in robotic integration, vision systems, and peripheral handshaking

Intermediate to expert proficiency in PLC / ladder logic programming

Intermediate to expert proficiency in CAD software

Intermediate to expert proficiency in electrical and pneumatic design

Intermediate to expert proficiency in programming/software languages

Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware and software issues

Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands throughout the workday

Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects weighing 25 lbs or more

We value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, security, and professional growth:

• Two health insurance plan options
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage

Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement

Collaborative, team‑oriented, safety‑focused work environment